• Appalachian True Heritage Festival

    Main Street, Waynesville 16 S Main Street , Waynesville, NC, United States

    Celebrate the traditions of Appalachia with a weekend full of culture, crafts, and music! Main Street will be closed to traffic, creating a festival atmosphere featuring: Award-Winning Appalachian Music Concert: Kick off the weekend with a Friday night concert on Main Street showcasing the region’s finest musicians. Hands-on demonstrations: basketry, spinning, quilt block painting, blacksmithing, […]

  • First Friday Art Crawls

    Downtown Boone Boone, NC, United States

    April's First Friday is actually taking place on the THIRD Friday, April 17th, to accommodate Earth Day celebrations! Check out all the things happening in Downtown Boone! Boone’s monthly First Friday Art Crawls! Brought to you by WAC and the Downtown Boone Development Association.  Experience the arts firsthand through art vending, gallery receptions, art exhibits, live music, […]

    Free
  • Earth to Elkin

    Historic Downtown Elkin Elkin, NC, United States

    Celebrate Earth Day in Elkin at Earth to Elkin on Saturday, April 18th — a full day dedicated to enjoying and caring for the outdoors. This all-day, choose-your-own-adventure style event invites you to explore, learn, and give back to the beautiful place we call home. Start your morning at the Elkin Farmers Market supporting local […]

  • Spring Sew and Grow

    Center for Pioneer Life 134 joe young road , Burnsville, North Carolina, United States

    Experience live music, historic demonstrations, local vendors, delicious food, and hands-on activities as our Pioneer farm comes to life and prepares for spring! Tickets and info here.

    See site for ticket prices.
  • Heritage Apple Day Fest

    Cashiers Historical Society 1940 Highway 107 S, Cashiers, NC, United States

    Spring is apple blossom season! Come celebrate our 19th annual Heritage Apple Day with us! Gather your family and friends for a hands-on celebration of heritage apples and the agricultural history of the Cashiers Valley, featuring fun and engaging activities for all ages! Here’s what’s in store: Apple Tree Grafting - Learn grafting techniques and […]

    Free
  • Sounds of Nature — Kids’ Music Day

    Grandfather Mountain 2050 Blowing Rock Hwy , Linville, North Carolina, United States

    Join us for a fun-filled, nature-themed afternoon of music, where families and kids can groove to the sounds in nature! This interactive concert held in the Williams Outdoor Learning Space celebrates the beauty of the natural world, featuring lively performances, eco-themed songs and hands-on activities that teach kids about conservation. Included with park admission.

  • Swannanoa Pollinator Gathering, hosted by Warren Wilson College

    Grovemont Park 251 Stonewall Avenue, Swannanoa, NC, United States

    This April, immerse yourself in the world of pollinators at the Swannanoa Pollinator Festival! This fun, hands-on event celebrates the amazing (and often overlooked) creatures that make life possible. Adults and kids alike are invited to discover interactive stations and unlock a newfound curiosity for the tiny creatures that keep our world blooming! Hosted by […]

    Free
  • Greening Up The Mountains Festival

    Recurring
    Historic Downtown Sylva Landis Street, Sylva, NC, United States

    The Greening Up the Mountains Festival is a heritage arts festival that celebrates the arrival of Spring through both traditional and contemporary forms of Appalachian art, music, food, and beverage which honor our community and local artisans. The festival is sponsored by both the Town of Sylva and the Main Street Sylva Association and will […]

  • Town & Trail Fest

    Recurring

    A free event to celebrate Hot Springs, NC and the Appalachian Trail! Live music, vendors, duck race, cornhole tournament, and more! Dedicated volunteers are clearing the trails and businesses are pushing forward, bringing our town back to life. The heart of our community beats stronger than ever! We invite everyone—Appalachian Trail hikers, volunteers, families, people […]

  • Marshall Magic Days

    Recurring
    Downtown Marshall Marshall, NC, United States

    Marshall Magic Market returns to celebrate our Second Annual Marshall Magic Days! Support a colorful array of Madison County local artists, makers and non-profits in our beloved Downtown. Marshall Magic Market will have TWO markets the first weekend of May: Friday, May 1 from 4-7pm and Saturday May 2 from 12-5pm. Come find us in […]

  • First Friday Art Crawls

    Recurring
    Downtown Boone Boone, NC, United States

    Boone’s monthly First Friday Art Crawls! Brought to you by WAC and the Downtown Boone Development Association.  Experience the arts firsthand through art vending, gallery receptions, art exhibits, live music, and more! *Special Art Crawl Dates include April 17 and December 4 to coincide with other events and/or holidays.

    Free
  • Town & Trail Fest

    Recurring

    A free event to celebrate Hot Springs, NC and the Appalachian Trail! Live music, vendors, duck race, cornhole tournament, and more! Dedicated volunteers are clearing the trails and businesses are pushing forward, bringing our town back to life. The heart of our community beats stronger than ever! We invite everyone—Appalachian Trail hikers, volunteers, families, people […]